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January 17, 2010
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
All roads lead to Houston, Texas in the USA for the 65th birthday celebration of our First and Current President:
Alumnus (Professor) EPHRAIM AYOBANJI AYOOLA.
A Committee to handle the intricacies of this event on the part of our Organization was set up and Members are :
Alumnus (Dr) Mayo Ogedengbe (Chairman)
Alumnus Bolaji Agbede
Alumnus (Engineer) Kola Awe
Alumna (Lawyer) Janet Fashakin
According to the report of the Committee the following recommendations were made and ratified by the National Executive Council, :
1. Hotel Choice:
To the extent that members would like to stay in hotels, it is agreed that we choose the following hotel selected from the Celebrant Family's list:
Comfort Inn
11230 Southwest Freeway
Houston Texas 77031
Phone: (281) 498.9000 (281) 498.9000
Toll free: 1.804CHOICE
gm.txd71@choicehotels.com
Houston Texas 77031
Phone:
Toll free: 1.804CHOICE
gm.txd71@choicehotels.com
2. Attire
Uniform outfit of White Native Attire, was highly suggested for members and friends of IGSOSA-NA.
Coordinate cap and gele costing not more than $20/person, can be picked up on or before the ceremony
Uniform outfit of White Native Attire, was highly suggested for members and friends of IGSOSA-NA.
Coordinate cap and gele costing not more than $20/person, can be picked up on or before the ceremony
at the hotel or in the church.Interested men to please send in their cap sizes to the Secretary for
The Committee wishes everyone going to Houston for this event a very safe journey!
3. Other Announcements:
Invitation Cards:
As per the family through Alumnus Titus Olowokere, the invitation cards are ready and have been snail- mailed to each member.
If you have not received yours by Thursday 1/14/10, or if you want more copies for your invited guests, please e-mail Alumnus (Engineer) Olowokere at: tolowok@hotmail.com
4. Appreciative Note
In an appreciative note recently e-mailed by the Celebrant to our members, he wrote:
Dear valued friends, I would like to take this opportunity and use this forum to thank you for your kind acceptance to attend the birthday celebration in Houston. I pray for journey mercies and God's blessings. May God continue to prosper you. Amen B. Ayoola |
5. Dedicated Website: http://www.ayoola.org/dad65/info.php
Please take the time to visit the above dedicated website and also to leave a well wishes note for the celebrant.
Further information would be made available as it unfolds.
Thank you and God bless you.
By: Alumna (Attorney) Janet Fashakin,
Secretary for Public Relations and Member of
"The ABC" (The Ayoola Birthday Committee)
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Madam Olowokere's Home Going!
CONDOLENCE
We mourn the loss of MADAM BEATRICE OLOWOKERE, the mother of two of our staunch members, namely:
Alumnus (Professor) David Olusola Olowokere of Houston Texas, (a Committee Chairperson)and
Alumnus (Engineer) Titus Olowokere of Atlanta,Georgia.(Our former General Secretary).
The sad news was first broken to our members by the Ag. General Secretary Alumnus (Attorney) Olumide Obayemi, in an email when he wrote:
Gentlemen and Ladies
With gratitude to a life well spent, and with good and eternal legacies lasting after her, we announce the Passing to
With gratitude to a life well spent, and with good and eternal legacies lasting after her, we announce the Passing to
Eternal Glory of Secretary General's Mother--Alumnus Titus Olowookere yesterday 01/06/2010
May the Almighty Lord be with Brother Titus, Sister Faith and the children at this time
Please, call Mr. Olowokere at 404-227-3300
May the Almighty Lord be with Brother Titus, Sister Faith and the children at this time
Please, call Mr. Olowokere at 404-227-3300
Olumide Obayemi.
In a reponse and on behalf of the family, Alumnus (Engineer) Olowokere wrote:
Dear friends,
On behalf of our family, I like to express profound gratitude to all who have commiserated with us on the death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Beatrice Olowokere. Thanks for your concerns, prayers and stream of phone calls from all community groups and friends. Thanks also for your expression of sympathies as well. Your concerted love have helped in a huge way in alleviating some of the pains of this tragic event, as the funeral arrangements unfold
No doubt, it hurts thinking or writing about her in the past tense. She was a wonderful person. Mother in a million, lovers of children, godly and lovers of everybody around her. She was pleasant, welcoming, possessed meekness, kindness and extremely wise. Her passing away was unfortunate. It is life's reality and eventuality. However, even though tears still well in our eyes, we wipe our tears, taking solace in the Jehovah God, drawing strength in his promise of a resurrection.
If there is any tutorial, any take-away from these, it is the stark reminder of our mortality and transience, the grim realization of our ephemeral life, the palliative value of good friends and the need for us, one and all to serve God wholeheartedly, live an exemplary life, take care of ourselves, our loved ones, family and such superlative values that money cannot buy.
Thanks again for your solidarity, support and kindred spirit. It melts my heart and has added a new, positive dimension to my perception of communal camaraderie. True, life stood still for a moment, but life now goes on, and we should make the best of each day.
God bless you all.
On behalf of our family, I like to express profound gratitude to all who have commiserated with us on the death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Beatrice Olowokere. Thanks for your concerns, prayers and stream of phone calls from all community groups and friends. Thanks also for your expression of sympathies as well. Your concerted love have helped in a huge way in alleviating some of the pains of this tragic event, as the funeral arrangements unfold
No doubt, it hurts thinking or writing about her in the past tense. She was a wonderful person. Mother in a million, lovers of children, godly and lovers of everybody around her. She was pleasant, welcoming, possessed meekness, kindness and extremely wise. Her passing away was unfortunate. It is life's reality and eventuality. However, even though tears still well in our eyes, we wipe our tears, taking solace in the Jehovah God, drawing strength in his promise of a resurrection.
If there is any tutorial, any take-away from these, it is the stark reminder of our mortality and transience, the grim realization of our ephemeral life, the palliative value of good friends and the need for us, one and all to serve God wholeheartedly, live an exemplary life, take care of ourselves, our loved ones, family and such superlative values that money cannot buy.
Thanks again for your solidarity, support and kindred spirit. It melts my heart and has added a new, positive dimension to my perception of communal camaraderie. True, life stood still for a moment, but life now goes on, and we should make the best of each day.
God bless you all.
Regards
Titus
Titus
A moment of silence was observed in honor of the departed at our last teleconference.
If you have not done so, please send your individual condolences to the Olowokeres to let them know that we all and individually
identify with them at this time.
Further announcement would be made by the family.
May her soul rest in perfect peace.
Thanks you.
Alumna(Attorney) Janet Fashakin,
Secretary for Public Relations
January 17, 2010
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Tokunbo weds Phebean!!!
Congratulations to the family of Alumnus (Engineer) Kolawole Awe!
His son Olatokunbo Awe got married to Phebean Haastrup in Ilesa, Nigeria, on Nov. 20th 2009.
The IGSOSA-NA family prays for God's blessings and joy upon the union... Amen.
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Exercise Book Distribution to Ilegrams Students:
In December 2009, the Alumni organization made good on its promise to distribute Customized Exercise Books every year for the next five years to the two graduating classes of our Alma Mater.
The first set in the series was given out at a ceremony attended by important dignitaries and the students in December 2009.
Our Alumnus (Engineer) Samson Kolawole Awe was in Nigeria and performed the task on behalf of all of us.
Please click on the Gallery at the top of this page to see the photographs of the event.
Thank you.
The Exercise Book Project Committee.
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Donation to the School
The IGSOSA- NA has donated to the alma mater: Treasurer Agbede reports as approved by NEC, the treasurer Alumnus Bolaji Agbede arranged for the delivery of 0.2 million naira to the school through its principal Mr Abiola. This sum was in support of the recently concluded AOINIAN Games that were held in the school premises . The school had conveyed its gratitude. Details will be released in due course.
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We welcome the new Vice President, the new Secretary for Public Relations, and the new Secretary for Legal Affairs
In a recently concluded bye - elections, the following have been elected into the respective positions in IGSOSA - NA NEC as follows: Alumnus (Dr) Mayo Ogedengbe as the new Vice President, Alumnus Janet Fashakin ( the former SLA) as the Secretary for Public Relations and Alumnus Philip Falese as the new Secretary for Legal Affairs for IGSOSA - NA. These results were confirmed by the Electoral commissioners ( Alumni Steve Ajibola and Gani Oginni ) in a report made to the NEC. The elected officers will be sworn in during the next April joint meeting of NEC and Chairpersons of Committees. It is expected that the General assembly will be invited and notified to attend the ceremony ( by teleconference) . The President of IGSOSA _ NA and other members of NEC ( including Alumni Charles Agbonkpolor, Agbede, Titus Olowokere, Steve Ajibola, Gabriel Akerele, Olumide Obayemi) and chairpersons ( including Alumni Bejide Fawole, Ayo Odeyemi) have sent congratulatory messages to the the elected alumni. ( See under "NEWS" ) In reply to these messages , these Alumni of very high caliber, have promised to render selfless services and provide major and active support to ensure the realizations of our laudable goals. ( Read more under "News") The NEC thanked the EC for a job well - done indeed.
The President of IGSOSA - NA congratulates the newly - elected officers
In a congratulatory message, the President, Alumnus Banji Ayoola wrote : "It is my privilege and honor to congratulate on behalf of NEC and the General membership of IGSOSA - NA, those selfless and dedicated alumni who have stepped forward to serve and who by the Grace of God have been elected (unopposed) into the NEC. These alumni bring into the Association a wealth of experience . Once again, we have reaffirmed that the state of our Association remains strong. I seize the opportunity to welcome Alumnus Awe into our fold as the chairperson of the Membership and Welfare Committee. We all know of his experience and capabilities and therefore our membership drive will be reinvigorated".
Bravo! Alumnus Mayo Ogedengbe is our new Vice President!
There has been a lot of jubilation in regard to the election of Alumnus (Dr) Mayo Ogedengbe in the recently - concluded bye - elections. The impact of this election has been felt even outside the USA. Calls to the president from Nigeria have continued to express happiness with the election of such a disciplined and reliable Alumnus. A very humble person, he has a very good disposition and gets along very well with fellow alumni. He brings experience and calm to this important office. We thank him for stepping forward to play a major role in the affairs of the IGSOSA - NA.
Alumnus Awe becomes the Chairperson of the Membership and Welfare Committee.
In a related development, Alumnus S. K. Awe , an engineer by profession, has been appointed as the chairman of the Membership and Welfare Committee. The President, members of the NEC and other chairpersons have sent congratulatory messages, welcoming him into the leadership of this great Association. He has expressed his commitment to the progress and development of the Association. Read more under "News".
Alumnus Fashakin is the new Secretary for Public Relations
Alumnus Jane Fashakin Esq. who until her election into the new office, was our Secretary for Legal Affairs, has now moved into the portfolio of the Secretary for Public Relations. It is evident that she ( a lawyer in New york) will bring into this office, the much needed dynamism, vibrancy and engaging commitment. It would be recalled that she single - handedly brought the highest number of adverts into our program booklet for the inaugural event. She had continued to project the association very well at every opportunity. Many members have hailed her election into this vital office with acolades. We welcome her.
Alumnus Falese joins the NEC as the new Secretary for Legal affairs
Alumnus Philip Falese, a succesful California lawyer has joined the leadership of the Association , taking over the office of the Secretary for Legal Affairs previously held by Alumnus Fashakin. A gentleman, Alumnus Falese has promised to run this office with dedication and loyalty to the cause of the IGSOSA - NA. We thank and welcome him into the leadership forum.
IGSOSA - NA is poised to embark on the major programs of help to the Alma Mater.
In the March meeting of the NEC/ Chairpersons, the NEC has given provisional approval in regard to the strategic planning to assist the school in various ways. The presentation of the Committee on Programs led by its chairman, Alumnus Lekan Komolafe was well received and commended by the NEC/CoC meeting. Immediate help for urgent needs will be followed by some medium - term programs to alleviate the deficiencies in the school infrastructure and education programs. The main goal of the IGSOSA - NA is to impact our school with a major assistance and a legacy that may be hard to beat by any other Alumni Association. The provisional plans will be presented to the General Assembly for their input and blessings. The NEC thanked the Committee for moving this matter along.
The Chairman of the Technology Committee, Ayo Odeyemi, implores "Omoluwabis" to purchase the Inauguration DVD
He says "Fellow Omoluabis,it will be quite rewarding as a member, to have a copy of the inauguration DVD; not only to prove your membership but, also to reconnect you with those faces you've not seen for a long while. Your family and friends will be happy to see your high school mates and it also brings back the memories of great Ilegrams. Watch the President doing the "Electric slide" you don't want to miss it!!!
Order your copy today!!! By phone call 813-300-6405 and make deposits to Igsosa Account or send your $15.00 check or money order ( DVD $10.00 + shipping and handling $5.00) Allow 5 to 7 days for delivery or $20.00 for next day delivery. ( DVD $10.00 Express service $10.00) Help Ilegrams and you will be bless. Please write your checks payable to: IGSOSA-NA memo DVD Mailing address: c/o Mr. Bolaji Agbede, 1342, Flaxwood Ave, Brandon, Fl 33511
Looking forward to receiving your orders.
Looking forward to receiving your orders.
Congratulations
The Secretary -General Titus Olowokere congratulates the New NEC members
Dear Alumni, I hasten to send my warmest congratulations to the newly elected officers of Ilesa Grammar School Old Students Association - North America. You have answered the clarion call. You have taken up the challenge to amalgamate all Ilegrams Alumni under a single indissoluble, cohesive entity. You have taken the onerous task to be in the formidable drive to integrate disparate efforts of making Ilegrams a better institution than we left it. You have aligned with the implied resolution to keep the flag flying, to maintain the tenets of ‘’Omoluwabism’, perpetrate the culture of family, water the shrubs of hard work that was assiduously planted by those formidable principals of old. You have shown your dedication, not only to our alma mater, but to the splendid global vision to leave the world a better place than we came into it. As an ancient philosopher has rightly opined, there are three things to make a person happy; something to do, someone to love and something to look forward to. What better forum to showcase this ideals.
Prosperity will justify your sacrifices; the crowns of successes of our fast-growing children will be the commensurate satisfaction, the non-monetary compensation of having been an active participants of a noble cause. Alunta Continua, Victoria Ascerta !! Did I say congratulations? Yes, congratulations for stepping into the patio of history.
Alumnus Agbonkpolor, the IGSOSA-NA Secretary for Finance wrote :
"Dear Alumni: I also want to say congratulations to our newly elected NEC officers. I sincerely thank you for stepping to the plate and ready to help our Alma Mata. Regards".
In a related spirit, Alumnus Olumide Obayemi , the Assistant Secretary of IGSOSA - NA, a lawyer in California , congratulated the elected officers and reminded us that two of the three are lawyers and that our alma mater has produced many SANs and judges of highest quality.
Bejide Fawole "welcomes" the newly - elected officers
Alumnus Bejide Fawole the IGSOSA Chairperson of the Committee for Finance sent a congratulatory message to the newly elected officers "You are welcome", she wrote.
The National Executive Council
Banji Ayoola | President |
Mayo Ogedengbe | Vice President |
Titus O. Olowokere | Secretary General |
Olumide Obayemi | Assistant Secretary General |
Bolaji Agbede | Treasurer |
Charles Agbonkpolor | Secretary for Finance |
Janet Fashakin | Secretary for Public Relations |
Gabriel Akerele | Secretary for Social Affairs |
Phillip Falese | Secretary for Legal Affairs |
Steve Ajibola | Ex- Officio |
Supo Oni | Ex- Officio |
Committee Chairpersons
Lekan Komolafe | Programs |
Samson Awe | Membership |
Ayodeji Odeyemi | Technology |
Bejide Fawole | Finance |
Gani Oginni | Electoral Commission |
Orekunrin | Publicity |
The School Song
Ilegrams! Ilegrams!
The premier grammar school
Pride of Ijeshaland
We hail Ijesa Improvement Society
for the noble role played
and the good foundation laid
Ilegrams! Ilegrams!
Great School you areIlegrams! Ilegrams!
Character you’ve molded,
Great nation you have built
We owe you a lot of gratitude
For the right attitude
To face life with fortitude
Ilegrams! Ilegrams!
Great school you are